Carrot Pilaf

• ⏲️ Prep time: 15 min
• 🍳 Cook time: 35 mins
• 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp rapeseed oil
• 1 large onion, finely sliced
• 2 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 green chilli, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 tsp coriander seeds, crushed
• 1 tsp cinnamon power
• 1 tbsp garam masala
• 400g carrots, (3-4 carrots) peeled, ½ coarsely grated, ½ sliced on an angle
• 300g basmati rice, rinsed well
• 600ml hot vegetable stock large bunch of coriander, finely chopped (stalks included)

Directions

1. Fry the onions in oil for 10 minutes
2. Add the ginger, chilli, garlic, spices and carrots to the pan and fry for 6-8 minutes.
3. Add the rice, stir briefly, then add the stock, a handful of the coriander, a good pinch of salt and grinding of black pepper. Bring to a simmer, and as soon as it starts to boil, turn the heat down to low, cover with a lid and leave to cook for 12-15 mins.
4. Turn off heat and let sit for 10 minutes.
5. Serve